School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver (Part-Time)

Join First Student and play a vital role in your community by transporting students safely.

We are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers each day. This position is part-time, based in Edwardsville, IL, and involves early‑morning before‑school pickup and after‑school drop‑off.

• A split shift: early morning before‑school pickup and after‑school drop‑off with free hours in between.
• A guaranteed shift of hours per school day; no work nights or weekends unless you choose to.
• Additional hours gained through trips and charters when available.

• Wage: $22.25/HR – $27.00/HR depending on experience.
• $2,500 Sign‑on Bonus.
• $500 Referral Bonus*.
• Commercial Learners Permit Bonus**.
• $750 Bonus if the CLP is presented within 7 days of completing the Virtual CLP class.
• $250 Bonus if the CLP is presented within 14 days of completing the Virtual CLP class.
• No experience required – we train.
• Paid CDL training.
• Paid holidays.
• Charter route opportunities for additional hours.
• Child ride‑along program.
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits plus 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans (benefits may vary by location or CBA).
• No nights or weekends.

• Do not have a college degree or high school diploma.
• Have military experience.
• Are returning to the workforce or looking for a second job.
• Are retirees.
• Are looking to jump‑start a new career.
• Looking for a part‑time schedule.
• Enjoy working with students.
• At least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years.

This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety‑sensitive employee.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug‑free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair‑chance law.

• Offer expires 8/31/2025 (conditions apply).
• Offer expires 12/31/2025 (conditions apply).

First Student’s applicant portal or contact your local recruiting office.